Lot 3316
Sale 77 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals & Banknotes
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Description
M. Caecilius, Q.f. Q.n. Metellus, (127 B.C.), silver denarius, Rome mint, (3.846 grams), obv. Roma helmeted head right, * below chin, ROMA upwards behind, rev. Macedonian shield on which is an elephant's head, all within wreath, M.METELLVS Q.F. around, (S.139 [£55 VF], Cr.263/1a, Syd.480, RSC Caecilia 29). Even grey patina, very fine and scarce.
Only 44 obverse dies was used for this coinage according to Crawford.
- Estimate
- $160
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $100